Spring flower Bulbs

Spring means end to dark winter days, bringing a welcome splash of colour to the garden when few other plants are in flower. Plants some springs bulbs to bring some colour to your garden.

There are plenty of spring bulbs to choose from, but if you need some inspiration take a look at our top 10 pick of bulbs that flower in spring. s a rule of thumb, most bulbs should be planted at 3 times their depth, but there are a few exceptions.

Crocus

These jewel-like crocus flowers look sensational planted in large naturalised swathes throughout lawns and rockeries. Try crocus cancellatus, an unusual and sought-after variety from Turkey with delicate-looking blooms.

Daffodil

A well loved genus, and for good reason! Daffodils are the cheeriest of spring bulbs, with their frilly trumpeted blooms and bright colours. Traditional golden daffodils are hard to beat, but if you like something a little different, why not try frilly pink Narcissus ‘Replete’ or some lovely scented daffodils.

Tulip

With so many shapes and colours available, it’s hard to choose just one variety of Tulip to grow, so treat yourself to our Everlasting Mix for a full range of colours. Take a look at the double flowers and stunning colour of Tulip Purple Wow. Keep early spring weeds at bay with a dense carpet of Tulip ‘Ground Cover’ Mix.

Lily of the Valley

Famed for its breath taking perfume and sprays of elegant white flowers. Once established, Lily of the Valley forms a lush green carpet of foliage that makes excellent ground cover for a damp, shady spot. The foliage always looks particularly pretty jewelled with raindrops after a light spring shower.

Bluebell

Carpets of classic woodland Bluebells create a magical sight in spring as the weather warms and days begin to lengthen. English Bluebells thrive in damp, shady areas but are surprisingly resilient, even in drought conditions. Always choose English Bluebells as the Spanish variety can become invasive and hybridise with our native Bluebells.